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Tesla accident in Extertal: Driver becomes aggressive and hits paramedics!
On July 12, 2025, a Tesla driver had an accident in Extertal. Aggressive behavior after the accident and high damage documented.
Tesla accident in Extertal: Driver becomes aggressive and hits paramedics!
A spectacular accident occurred on Saturday morning, July 12, 2025, on Nalhofstrasse in Extertal. A 33-year-old Tesla driver lost control of his vehicle around 2:20 a.m. after overtaking another car at excessive speed. The result was a violent accident in which the Tesla crashed through an electric fence, overturned and finally came to rest on its side. The driver suffered minor injuries, but they were not life-threatening. Police authorities and rescue workers were immediately called to the scene of the accident. A report from SZLZ documents the events.
But what happened next was almost as shocking as the accident itself. The driver, instead of tending to his injuries, was extremely aggressive towards the emergency services. He insulted her and punched a paramedic in the face. He refused an alcohol preliminary test, so a blood sample was taken. The emergency services secured the vehicle and also the driver's license. There was material damage of over 50,000 euros, which ensures liquid finances, but certainly remains a painful issue for those affected.
Tesla accident statistics and safety aspects
The incident highlights the safety discussion surrounding Tesla vehicles. According to a comprehensive analysis by iSeeCars based on the US Fatality Analysis Reporting System, Tesla ranks at the top among manufacturers in fatal accident rates. Data shows that Tesla has a fatal accident every 178 million miles driven, compared to the average of 2.8 fatal accidents per billion miles for all vehicles. This results in an alarming rate of 5.6 fatal accidents per billion miles driven for Tesla vehicles. Car Motor and Sport explains that the accident statistics do not question the safety ratings of the vehicles, but rather reflect the driving behavior of the users.
The Tesla Model Y particularly stands out, with an unfortunate accident rate of 10.6, making it almost five times as dangerous as the average for SUVs. These numbers raise numerous questions: What exactly drives drivers to risky maneuvers? And how safe are the vehicles really if driver behavior is such a crucial factor? T Online points out that despite the high accident rate, Tesla vehicles are considered safe, which is due to the models' excellent safety features. However, this also shows that the driver's behavior is crucial for the risk assessment.
In conclusion, this accident in Extertal is not just an isolated incident, but rather part of a larger problem that is reigniting the discussion about safety and responsibility in road traffic. The question remains: What can be done to make roads safer for all road users?